Join the Farm Team at Rothamsted Research and contribute to pioneering agricultural research.
Location: Harpenden, Hertfordshire. Salary: From £24,225 (depending on experience). Contract: Full-time (37 hours/week), Fixed term until October 2028 (with potential to extend). Interview Dates: From 6th October 2025.
Are you an experienced arable operator looking for the next step in your agricultural career? Join Rothamsted Research, one of the UK’s most prestigious and historic scientific institutes, where your skills will directly support cutting-edge field trials as well as maintenance of the wider commercial farm and estate.
With farm sites across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Suffolk, we lead globally in agricultural science. We’re now looking for a dedicated and capable operator to join our Harpenden team and contribute to both our research field trials and the commercial farm.
What will you be doing?
This is a varied and rewarding role that involves:
* Supporting safe, efficient operations across commercial and experimental farm areas
* Contributing to field trial implementation and maintenance
* Collaborating closely with researchers and technical teams
You’ll work alongside an experienced and supportive team, bringing your own knowledge while continuing to learn and develop new areas of expertise.
What we are looking for.
To succeed in this role, you will:
* Be an experienced arable operator, confident in modern farming practices
* Have solid IT skills to maintain accurate records and follow protocols
* Bring a problem-solving mindset and openness to innovation
Why Work with Us?
About Rothamsted Research
Established in 1843, Rothamsted Research is one of the UK’s longest-standing and most respected agricultural research institutes. We’re committed to scientific excellence and to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
We support a positive work-life balance through:
* A strong culture of learning and development
* Flexible and inclusive working arrangements
* A welcoming and collaborative environment
As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who meet the minimum role criteria. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or age, provided you meet the job requirements.
What We Offer
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* A vibrant, green campus environment with cultural and recreational amenities
Become part of a historic estate and contribute to the future of agricultural science.
Apply today!
About The Company
Established in 1843, Rothamsted Research is one of the UK's leading Research Institutes delivering world class agricultural science. Our commitment to learning and development, equality, diversity and inclusion and flexibility in working arrangements creates a positive work life balance and enables a welcoming environment for all prospective employees.
As a Disability Confident Employer we are committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and all disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. If this is required, please contact us. Applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion or age are welcomed, providing the required criteria is met.
We have an attractive benefits package including 30 days annual leave, a generous pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and an attractive campus offering cultural and recreational activities.
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